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Impromptu

Impromptu

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1991
1h 47m
6.1(68 votes)
Drama
Comedy
Music
Romance

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In 1830s France, pianist/composer Frédéric Chopin is pursued romantically by the determined, individualistic woman who uses the name George Sand.

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